Two beautiful swimming spots, both about the same distance from the Inn, provide opportunities to meet other gay people while enjoying the pure waters and fresh air of Vermont. Rock River, just south of Newfane on Route 30 has over a half mile of beeches "reserved" for gays and is always crowded on weekends. There are numerous swimming holes and rapids for playing. Nature trails wind through the woods uphill all along the river. Many people bring picnics and spend the entire day there. The Gorge in Rutland, just behind the airport, is another "hot" spot for swimming and social encounters. The river is quite close to the road, so the area tends to be cruisy into the early evening.